We are in the thick of summer. It’s hot, it’s steamy and the little ones are bored. What is a mommy to do? Time to get creative! During the summer, my kids absolutely loved anything that involved water. We spent many an afternoon sitting under a tree, soaking wet and sucking down popsicles. Water slides,… Read more »

“So, are you enjoying your summer?” My coworker’s lips quirk. “Pretty great to be out of school, huh?” We laugh together, because we understand what’s behind that seemingly innocuous question. We both have kids who are a little wah-wah — my daughter, Violet, 10, has had a hard time making friends for years; her older… Read more »

Did you know that Disneyland park opened July 17, 1955? This Friday marks the 60th anniversary of the beloved park nestled in Orange County, California. With 23 attractions, opening day highlights included the Jungle Cruise, Autopia, Mad Tea Party and Mark Twain Riverboat. Sixty magical years later and the park is still growing strong. Walt… Read more »

Summer is undeniably the best time of the year. Swim lessons, cook-outs, beach days, camping, evening walks at the park, sleeping in, all-day swimsuits and popsicles — summer is fun for us all, especially our little ones. I have so many fond memories of my toddlers during the summer. Crowding around a watermelon, spooning bits… Read more »

Where I live, summertime means it is hotter than the devil’s buttcrack. One hundred degrees and what feels like a billion degrees humidity — hot and steamy is on the menu. It makes sense to wear as few clothes as possible. Unless you’re a baby. This is one of those things that drive me crazy…. Read more »

Can you believe it’s July already? Summer is in full swing around here and we are trying to soak up as much sunshine as we can before school calendars creep back into our schedules and take over our lives. We have been on vacation to the beach, the pool, camping and our own backyards enjoying all the… Read more »

In case you hadn’t noticed, it’s summertime! Along with keeping your children safe while enjoying the sun and water, eye protection is important as well. Good thing there are lots of adorable sunglasses made just for little faces! BabyCenter Community is currently running a “Rockin’ My Shades” photo contest – just look at the sampling… Read more »

Goodnight, moon. And hello, sunshine! It’s summertime, and that means it’s time for swimming pools, beach vacations and indulging in a book. Like, one for adults. Here are my picks for every kind of literary mama: The Mama Who Loves Love The Real Thing: Lessons on Love and Life From a Wedding Reporter’s Notebook by… Read more »

When you think of summer camp, you may immediately think color war, capture-the-flag, and lake swimming, but not every kid is into that. These days, there’s a camp for every pastime or predilection, whether it’s drama, rock-climbing, or fashion design. You want a for-instance? Sure, everyone wants a for-instance! San Francisco’s Recreation & Parks Department… Read more »

If your kids are anything like mine, the minute the temperatures rise above 85 degrees, they are begging you to go swimming. Not an easy task for us, seeing as how we don’t have a swimming pool. In a cruel twist of fate, we have two neighbors that have sparkling blue pools. There’s nothing quite… Read more »

My kids turned into fish four summers ago, after my sweet boy Ryan sunk in the shallower part of our community pool. I heard no splashing or screams for help. Such drowning drama is all Hollywood. I saw Ryan happily splashing, turned my back for a minute, looked for him again and filled with sickening… Read more »

Summer is coming, whether you’re ready or not! I’ve been ready since about November of last year. This was a long, boring winter. Whether you’re getting your kids ready for a summer of fun camps or a summer by the shore, reading about the warm weather will inspire you all. To get my kids excited… Read more »

I’m not going to lie, winter this year felt long. Just when it started to feel as if it would never end we got record breaking temperatures and managed to spend three glorious days outside. Playing in our new and improved sandbox and going for lawn mower rides kept the boys occupied for hours. I… Read more »

Is it just me or is summer getting shorter and shorter? August should be the month where we are trying to squeeze in one more camping trip, one more trip to the beach, one more BBQ, one more morning to sleep in and one more watermelon to slice open and enjoy. August is the month… Read more »

So much for the lazy,hazy, crazy days of summer. For most of the country school doesn’t start until the day after Labor Day. So why in God’s name am I already knee- deep and mach 10 with my hair on fire dealing with school stuff? Ever since August 1st, there’s been a steady stream of… Read more »

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Note: This is a fun post spoofing a popular series on one of my favorite technology blogs. The boy scouts have a motto “always be prepared.” My son doesn’t know that because he is 3. But he does like to be prepared in case an adventure (or a 30-minute ride to his grandparents house) presents… Read more »